Very Best of Pogues

very best of pogues

Track Listings
1. Dirty Old Town
2. Irish Rover - The Dubliners, The Pogues
3. Sally MacLennane
4. Fiesta
5. Pair of Brown Eyes
6. Fairytale of New York - Kirsty MacColl, , The Pogues
7. Body of an Amercian
8. Streams of Whiskey
9. Sick Bed of Cúchulaínn
10. If I Should Fall From Grace With God
11. Misty Morning, Albert Bridge
12. Rain Street
13. White City
14. Rainy Nigyht in Soho
15. London Girl
16. Boys From the County Hell
17. Sunnyside of the Street
18. Summer in Siam
19. Hell's Ditch
20. Old Main Drag
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Very Best of Pogues
The Very Best of The Pogues
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah......
  • Not quite the perfect best of, but close enough!
  • The Best Pogues Best Of...
  • They left out half the powerhouses
  • Could have been better
 The Very Best of The Pogues
The Pogues
Manufacturer: Wea International
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005A472
Release Date: 2001-04-11

Tracks:

  1. Dirty Old Town
  2. The Irish Rovers
  3. Sally MacLennane
  4. Fiesta
  5. A Pair Of Brown Eyes
  6. Fairytale Of New York
  7. The Body Of An American
  8. Streams Of Whiskey
  9. The Sick Bed Of Cuchulainn
  10. If I Should Fall From Grace With God
  11. Misty Morning, Albert Bridge
  12. Rain Street
  13. White City
  14. A Rainy Night In Soho
  15. London Girl
  16. Boys From The County Hell
  17. The Sunnyside Of The Street
  18. Summer In Siam
  19. Hell's Ditch
  20. The Old Main Drag
  21. The Band Played Waltzing Matilda

Album Description

International 'Best of' for the late-great punk inspired Celtic rock act. 21 tracks that encapsulate the musical mayhem of the Pogues & the lyrical genius of Shane Mcgowan. Highlights include 'Irish Rover', 'Fiesta', a cover of Ewan MacColl's 'Dirty Old T

Album Details

Digitally Remastered Collection of 21 Songs that Encapsulate the Lyrical Genius of Shane Macgowan and the Musical Mayhem of the Pogues. Featured Songs Include 'irish Rover', a Raucous Collaboration with the Dubliners, Ewan Maccoll's 'dirty Old Town' and 'fairytale of New York' and More.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah.............2004-02-18

This is a fairly good representation of the Pogues, for the uninitiated. Their best album 'Rum, Sodomy and the Lash' rightly gets its fair share of songs here. Shane was never at his most evocative and heart-wrenching than on songs such as 'A Pair Of Brown Eyes' and 'Old Main Drag', or at his rowdiest than on 'Sick Bed Of Cuchulainn'. Like any good 'Best Of' compilation, it also gathers together songs that are infuriatingly not available on other albums. The oft talked about 'Rainy Night In Soho', as well as two of their greatest songs 'The Body Of An American' and 'London Girl'. Any group that's managed to be produced by both Elvis Costello and Joe Strummer gives some indication as to the quality of songwriting involved in their work.

The second half of their career seems a bit disjointed on this collection, with only 3 songs from the brilliant 'If I Should Fall From Grace With God' compared to 4 from the above average 'Hell's Ditch'. Some odd choices from the later collection (e.g. Rain Street & Sunnyside of the Street sound like parts one and two of the same song) are picked over better songs from the earlier one. What about the single 'Yeah, Yeah, Yeah', surely one of the best Pogues rock songs that's also pretty difficult to come by on albums.

Despite these minor reservations 'The Very Best Of....' is a great place to start.

5 out of 5 stars Not quite the perfect best of, but close enough!.......2003-12-25

The Pogues are one of the few all time great bands that cannot be defined through a mere best of set, from Miles Davis to the Beatles to the modern day Nirvana. But this is certainly the closest any will ever come, with 21 of the best (with the exception of Fiesta) that will certainly serve as a wonderful introduction for the casual fans. It's also particularly essential to any fans of the Irish pub-punk movement that as of recent years has produced many an heir to their thrones (Flogging Molly and the Dropkick Murphys have been the closest, but lack that intangible Irish spirit that Shane McGowan so mastered, nor are they as adventurous) from one of the finest and most unique bands ever, and possibly the greatest band to emerge from the disaster that was the '80s. If you don't have anything by the Pogues, this is a great place to start. The band recieved raves from, and were even produced by such legends as Elvis Costello and Joe Strummer, frontman of the Clash (perhaps the only band to stretch punk further then the Pogues did). If this isn't reason enough, there'll be no convincing you.

4 out of 5 stars The Best Pogues Best Of..........2003-10-09

One of the classic groups of our time, the Pogues possessed that intangible, instantly memorable "something" that set them apart from all other bands of their era. As a result, their music has not dated a bit. As with Fairport Convention in the `60s, the Pogues deserve much credits for opening peoples ears to Irish folk/celtic music through their irreverent, high-energy, decidedly non-traditional approach. They started out basically as a bunch of young punks playing Irish drinking songs and gradually evolved into one of the most original and legendary groups of the 1980's (some would argue, in terms of sheer fun & excitement, ever). On a good night, they were the best live band on the planet.

"The Very Best..." is the best overview of the band currently in available. Although it definitely is not perfect; their opus "If I Should Fall From Grace" is under-represented in favor too many tracks off the orginal line-up's weaker, last album "Hells Ditch," Terry Woods' excellent compositions ("Young Ned Of The Hill," "Gatlorey Rats") are ignored as are the band's punkier rebel tunes, and, perhaps most eggregiously, the Pogues' most heartbreaking song, "Thousand Are Sailing," is missing. Other than those gripes, this is a decent compilation that provides a much needed crisp remastering of these songs.

There are real benefits to owning this for fans who already have most of the Pogues' records. Three out of four of the songs from the rare Elvis Costello-produced "Poguetry In Motion" EP (never made available on CD in the US) are here. They are on par in quality with "Rum, Sodomy & The Lash." The terrific collaboration with the Dubliners on "The Irish Rover" is included as well. This drinking song rendition is equivalent to a classic meeting of elder & youthful giants (i.e. "Duke & Coltrane"); That alone makes this worthwhile. All in all, this is a flawed, but as-close-to-perfect intro as you are going to get without going out and buying all the Shane-era Pogues albums.

Now, if we only get a deluxe remastering (with bonus track) of their entire discography!

3 out of 5 stars They left out half the powerhouses.......2003-09-19

I agree with andrewemiller. This is not "The Best", this is "Some of the Best". You wonder who picked the songs, because many really good ones are missing. In addition to "Rum, Sodomy & The Lash" and "If I Should Fall From Grace With God", I also recommend "Waiting for Herb" and "Red Roses For Me".

2 out of 5 stars Could have been better.......2003-07-09

I think they could have done a better job of picking "Best Of" songs. As much as this costs, do yourself a favor, spend a little more and just buy "Rum Sodomy & the Lash", and "If I Should Fall From Grace with God". I think you'll be much happier, especially if you are new to the Pogues.
The Very Best of The Pogues
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • It was Christmas Eve babe, in the drunk tank...
  • "God is in 'is heaven, and Billy's down by the bay!"
  • Note
  • Shane McGowan is the voice of Pub Music
  • Perfect mix of punk and Irish folk...
 The Very Best of The Pogues
The Pogues
Manufacturer: Import Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005AQCL
Release Date: 2001-03-05

Tracks:

  1. Dirty Old Town
  2. The Irish Rovers
  3. Sally MacLennane
  4. Fiesta
  5. A Pair Of Brown Eyes
  6. Fairytale Of New York
  7. The Body Of An American
  8. Streams Of Whiskey
  9. The Sick Bed Of Cuchulainn
  10. If I Should Fall From Grace With God
  11. Misty Morning, Albert Bridge
  12. Rain Street
  13. White City
  14. A Rainy Night In Soho
  15. London Girl
  16. Boys From The County Hell
  17. The Sunnyside Of The Street
  18. Summer In Siam
  19. Hell's Ditch
  20. The Old Main Drag
  21. The Band Played Waltzing Matilda

Album Description

Import only collection for the late-great punk inspired Celtic rock act. 21 tracks that encapsulate the musical mayhem of the Pogues & the lyrical genius of Shane Mcgowan. Highlights include 'Irish Rover', 'Fiesta', a cover of Ewan MacColl's 'Dirty Old Town', 'Rainy Night in Sohoi' along with their Christmas classic with the late great Kirsty MacColl 'Fairytale Of New York. Warner.

Album Details

21 songs that encapsulate the lyrical genius of Shane MacGowan and the musical mayhem of the Pogues. Featured songs include 'Irish Rover', a raucous collaboration with the Dubliners, Ewan MacColl's 'Dirty Old Town' and 'Fairytale of New York' & more.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars It was Christmas Eve babe, in the drunk tank..........2006-05-26

The title isn't lying - these are the Pogues songs that you'll sing (or drunkenly mumble) along to with a grin on your face, a pint (or six) of stout in your belly and a little tear in your eye. If you aren't familiar with their work, this is a great place to start.

5 out of 5 stars "God is in 'is heaven, and Billy's down by the bay!".......2005-12-08

I go back and forth on compilations - depending on the artist, sometimes it's best to have the individual, complete albums, other times a comp will serve just fine. Here, I think with this comp, plus one other album, "Rum, Sodomy and the Lash", you'd have the best of all possible Pogues worlds...

But, all the hot sh-t greatest stuff is here, including hard to find chestnuts, like "Irish Rover", and my own Pogues fave, "Rainy Night in Soho" (apparently not the original EC-produced version, but a string drenched, but still really nice re-make).

5 out of 5 stars Note.......2005-09-15

Great music. Just as a note Shane was not born in london, he was born in kent while his family was on vacation. He was lived in Tipperary, Ireland until he was 6 then moved to London.

5 out of 5 stars Shane McGowan is the voice of Pub Music.......2005-04-02

OK, so he isn't. Heck, he was born in London and has a superhuman tolerance for intoxicants. Neverteheless, he's a musical genius, and sings wih a voice we all wish we had when we were drunk. I doff my hat.

Here's to ya, here's tward ya, hadn't a metya, wouldn't a known ya...

5 out of 5 stars Perfect mix of punk and Irish folk..........2004-11-25

The Pogues are one hell of a band. No other Irish folk band that I've heard can actually play as well as these guys. Shane's drunken voice makes you feel like you're in the old green country.

The punk elements on this cd are awesome too. I recommend it to anyone who likes who likes punk such as the Pistols...I've heard Rotten and MacGowan are friends and used to hang out together when they were in the 70's London punk scene.

This cd represents the Pogues very well- it has a great mixture of their music, my personal favs being "Body of an American," "Streams of Whiskey," and "The Old Main Drag," (a grim tale of a young man's early experience of first arriving in London from Ireland). Also worth noting is the fact that Joe Strummer from The Clash produced a bunch of tracks on here.
Very Best of the Pogues
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    		Very Best of the Pogues
    The Pogues
    Manufacturer: Wea International
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B0000DEO0Z
    Release Date: 2001-06-12

    Tracks:

    1. Dirty Old Town
    2. Irish Rover - The Dubliners, The Pogues
    3. Sally MacLennane
    4. Fiesta
    5. Pair of Brown Eyes
    6. Fairytale of New York - Kirsty MacColl, , The Pogues
    7. Body of an Amercian
    8. Streams of Whiskey
    9. Sick Bed of Ca
    10. If I Should Fall From Grace With God
    11. Misty Morning, Albert Bridge
    12. Rain Street
    13. White City
    14. Rainy Nigyht in Soho
    15. London Girl
    16. Boys From the County Hell
    17. Sunnyside of the Street
    18. Summer in Siam
    19. Hell's Ditch
    20. Old Main Drag
    21. Band Played Waltzing Matilda
    Very Best of the Pogues
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		Very Best of the Pogues
      The Pogues
      Manufacturer: Wea/Warner
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      British FolkBritish Folk | Traditional British & Celtic Folk | Folk | Styles | Music
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      GeneralGeneral | Celtic | International | Styles | Music
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      ASIN: B00005LNWT
      Release Date: 2001-03-12

      Tracks:

      1. Dirty Old Town
      2. Irish Rover - The Dubliners, The Pogues
      3. Sally MacLennane
      4. Fiesta
      5. Pair of Brown Eyes
      6. Fairytale of New York - Kirsty MacColl, , The Pogues
      7. Body of an Amercian
      8. Streams of Whiskey
      9. Sick Bed of Ca
      10. If I Should Fall From Grace With God
      11. Misty Morning, Albert Bridge
      12. Rain Street
      13. White City
      14. Rainy Nigyht in Soho
      15. London Girl
      16. Boys From the County Hell
      17. Sunnyside of the Street
      18. Summer in Siam
      19. Hell's Ditch
      20. Old Main Drag
      21. Band Played Waltzing Matilda

      Album Details

      Digitally Remastered Collection of 21 Songs that Encapsulate the Lyrical Genius of Shane Macgowan and the Musical Mayhem of the Pogues. Featured Songs Include 'irish Rover', a Raucous Collaboration with the Dubliners, Ewan Maccoll's 'dirty Old Town' and 'fairytale of New York' and More.
      Very Best of the Pogues
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        		Very Best of the Pogues
        The Pogues
        Manufacturer: Wea International
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        British FolkBritish Folk | Traditional British & Celtic Folk | Folk | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
        Pop RockPop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
        RockRock | Celtic | International | Styles | Music
        ASIN: B0000DEPDW
        Release Date: 2001-06-12

        Tracks:

        1. Dirty Old Town
        2. Irish Rover - The Dubliners, The Pogues
        3. Sally MacLennane
        4. Fiesta
        5. Pair of Brown Eyes
        6. Fairytale of New York - Kirsty MacColl, , The Pogues
        7. Body of an Amercian
        8. Streams of Whiskey
        9. Sick Bed of Ca
        10. If I Should Fall From Grace With God
        11. Misty Morning, Albert Bridge
        12. Rain Street
        13. White City
        14. Rainy Nigyht in Soho
        15. London Girl
        16. Boys From the County Hell
        17. Sunnyside of the Street
        18. Summer in Siam
        19. Hell's Ditch
        20. Old Main Drag
        21. Band Played Waltzing Matilda
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